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cuspidal

cuspidal

9.9
Shaped like a point or having pointed parts
  • adjective
  • /ˈkʌspɪdəl/
translation icon : cuspidal
  • In dental anatomy, the canine tooth is classified as cuspidal due to its pointed shape.

Examples

  • The architect admired the cuspidal arches of the Gothic cathedral.

  • The mathematician studied a cuspidal curve with several pointed intersections.

  • The cuspidal peaks of the mountain range were breathtaking.

  • She admired the cuspidal design of the ancient cathedral.

  • In dental anatomy, the canine tooth is classified as cuspidal due to its pointed shape.

  • The architect admired the cuspidal arches of the Gothic cathedral, showcasing their distinct points.

  • The mathematician studied a cuspidal curve, which had several sharp peaks in its structure.

Synonyms

cusped
vscuspidal
8.9

Having small pointed parts along an edge or tip

is a general term for having points or pointy shape
cuspated
vscuspidal
  • Specialized
9.9

A shape like a leaf or arch that ends in pointed tips

refers to having points without stressing exact placement
cuspidate
vscuspidal
9.9

A leaf or part that ends in a sharp point

means having pointy shape in general, not only a single tip
cuspate
vscuspidal
  • Specialized
9.9

Having sharp points at the edge like a leaf or shell

is the general idea of having points without edge emphasis
cuspidated
vscuspidal
9.9

Having sharp points that stick out

describes having points generally, not specifically as end features

How Pointed

spiky
16 3.3
cuspidal
9.9
pointed
1 1.8
rounded
1 2.4

Surface Forms

cuspidal positive

Morphology

cuspidal = cuspid (semi-transparent) = cuspid + al

The word is transparently built on the idea of a pointed cusp-like base, but the base form 'cuspid' is technical and not very familiar to many learners.

Etymology

The word cuspidal comes from cusp, meaning 'point', plus the ending -al meaning 'relating to'. So cuspidal means 'having points' or 'pointed', which is why a canine tooth, a sharp arch, or a pointed curve can be called cuspidal.